Auckland Southern Motorway Crash

Police are
investigating a head on crash that occurred between two
vehicles on the Southern Motorway at approximately 12:40am
this morning.

The female driver of a Gold Nissan
entered on to the Southern Motorway heading south in a
northbound lane. She drove for 5 kilometres swerving past a
number of vehicles before crashing into a northbound vehicle
at East Tamaki. It is believed that alcohol is a factor in
the crash.

Both female drivers were the sole occupants of
their vehicles and have suffered critical injuries. They
were taken by ambulance to Middlemore Hospital where they
remain.

“We are hoping to speak with anyone who may have
seen a silver Toyota Celica heading towards the Mt
Wellington Northbound off ramp at around 12:30am this
morning” says Senior Constable Karl Bevin from the
Waitemata Serious Crash Unit. “This is a very
disappointing start to the Queen’s Birthday long
weekend”.

Anyone who believes they have information
relating to the crash can call Waitemata Serious Crash Unit
on 09 481
0773

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